A slick New York publicist who picks up a ringing receiver in a phone booth is told that if he hangs up, he'll be killed... and the little red light from a laser rifle sight is proof that the caller isn't kidding.
A manipulative con artist and publicist finds himself trapped in a New York City phone booth, targeted by a mysterious unseen sniper. The caller, claiming to be a vengeful soldier, threatens to kill him if he hangs up the phone or leaves the booth. As the situation escalates, the publicist must try to outwit the caller while dealing with the arrival of police and a growing crowd.
Phone Booth was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its intense suspense, Colin Farrell's performance, and the unique premise. However, some found the plot to be overly contrived or repetitive.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's suspenseful nature and the central performance by Colin Farrell. The confined setting and the escalating tension were frequently highlighted as positive aspects. Some viewers found the plot predictable or felt it didn't fully live up to its potential.
The entire film was shot in 12 days on a set that recreated a New York City street corner, with the actual phone booth being the primary set.
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